Apart from these primary symptoms, you might generally feel weak, dizzy, lightheaded or nauseous. Some people also experience blurred vision, confusion and difficulty in breathing.

When to see a doctor?

You must see a doctor on experiencing rectal bleeding; it’s not something that you should delay in getting a check up done.

What causes rectal bleeding?

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There are several underlying health complications that can lead to passing blood from anus. The problem could be serious and might be present in the larger sphere, apart from an issue confined only to rectum.

You will also be screened for bowel, colon or rectal cancer if your doctor suspects it.

Treatment for rectal bleeding

As mentioned above, the reasons behind rectal bleeding are diverse and therefore, the treatment will be totally dependent on the underlying problem.

Generalizing the options, we can say pain killers, anti inflammatory drugs and steroids are used to manage pain, soreness and inflammation. Your doctor should give you antibiotics to cure stomach infections while vasoconstrictors might be prescribed to reduce bleeding.

Radiation therapy and chemotherapy are the treatment options for cancer.

Managing rectal bleeding

If your condition is not something very serious, your doctor would explain your several home care techniques that would gradually stop rectal bleeding.

They are:

Re-plan your diet if you are having constipation. You need to eat foods high in fibres and avoid those foods that cause constipation. Psyllium husk and prunes are common cure for constipation. Get the diet chart from your doctor

If a medical condition like ulcers or diverticulitis has been diagnosed, that too requires a special diet. It mostly involves eating soft and light food and drinks. Foods containing seeds and skin, overdose of spices, etc. should be avoided.

If your rectum has been strained, then you can take lukewarm water compress in that area.

Lastly, drink plenty of water to regularize your bowel movements.

Apart from all these, you will require follow up visits which again depends on the medical condition you are being treated for.